You cannot delete videos directly within the Twitch mobile app. To delete videos on Twitch mobile, you must use a mobile web browser to access the Creator Dashboard, which is the only way to manage and remove your past broadcasts and highlights.
Why you can't delete videos on Twitch mobile directly
The Twitch mobile app does not include a feature to delete videos. This limitation exists because the app is designed primarily for viewing and streaming, while content management tools like video deletion are housed within the Creator Dashboard on the Twitch website. Setting this expectation upfront saves you time searching for a nonexistent delete button in the app.
Open the creator dashboard on your mobile browser
To begin, open your phone’s web browser and go to the Twitch website. Log in to your account, then tap your profile icon in the top-right corner. From the dropdown menu, select “Creator Dashboard.” This action loads the full web-based dashboard, which is optimized for mobile browsers but retains all the necessary management tools.
Find the video producer tool
Once inside the Creator Dashboard, locate the “Content” dropdown menu on the left side of the screen. From that menu, select “Video Producer.” The mobile browser layout may collapse some menu items, so you might need to scroll or tap a hamburger icon to expand the navigation. Video Producer is the central hub for viewing, editing, and deleting your uploaded videos and past broadcasts. Clips can be managed and potentially deleted through the Creator Dashboard (Content > Clips) via a mobile browser.
Select and delete your video
- In Video Producer, browse the list of your videos. Each entry shows the title, upload date, and view count.
- Tap the video you want to delete to open its details.
- Look for the delete option, typically represented by a trash icon or the word “Delete.”
- Confirm the permanent deletion when prompted. The video will be removed from your channel immediately.
This process works for both past broadcasts and manually uploaded highlights, giving you full control over your video library while using Twitch on mobile.
Delete vs unpublish: what's the difference
Unpublishing a video hides it from public view on your channel, but the file remains stored on Twitch’s servers and still counts toward your storage limit. Unpublishing a video makes it publicly inaccessible but does not free up storage space; you must delete it to regain storage. Deleting a video permanently removes the file, freeing up storage space for new content. If your goal is to reclaim storage or permanently remove a video, choose delete instead of unpublish.
How long past broadcasts are saved
Twitch automatically saves past broadcasts for a limited time based on your account type. Twitch Partners, Prime, and Turbo users have 60 days to download or manage their broadcasts. Affiliates have 14 days, and all other broadcasters have only 7 days before the videos are automatically deleted. After these periods, the videos cannot be recovered.
Enabling past broadcast storage for mobile streams
If you stream from your phone, your broadcasts will not be saved unless you first enable the “Store Past Broadcasts” setting. This toggle is only available through the Creator Dashboard on the web, it cannot be turned on or off within the Twitch mobile app. Once enabled on the web, future mobile streams will be saved as past broadcasts, making them available to manage or delete in Video Producer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete videos in the app?
No, the Twitch mobile app does not support video deletion. You must use a mobile browser to access the Creator Dashboard and Video Producer to delete any videos.
Is deletion permanent?
Yes, deleting a video from Video Producer is permanent. Once confirmed, the video cannot be restored or recovered.
Can I recover deleted videos?
No, there is no way to recover a deleted video. Twitch does not provide a trash or recycle bin feature for videos.
Why can't I find my past broadcasts?
If you streamed from mobile and your broadcasts are missing, the “Store Past Broadcasts” setting was likely not enabled beforehand. You must turn this on via the web Creator Dashboard before your next stream.
